Trump's Fragile Peace with the $30 Trillion Bond Market
An analysis of the precarious relationship between former President Donald Trump and the massive U.S. bond market, exploring the economic implications and market dynamics as of late 2025.
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Expecting Second Child
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announces she is expecting her second child, becoming the first pregnant person in this high-profile role. Read the details.
Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Announces Pregnancy
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced she is expecting a child. The announcement was made on December 26, 2025. Read the latest details here.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Announces Pregnancy
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with a baby girl, due May 2026. She credits a supportive, pro-family White House environment. Read more.
U.S. Strikes Alleged Drug Boat in Eastern Pacific
U.S. forces targeted a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific on December 23, 2025, as part of ongoing maritime security operations. Details emerge from the Pentagon.
Hybrid Work Research Gap for Canadian Public Servants
As the federal government mulls stricter return-to-office rules, experts reveal a critical lack of data on hybrid work's impact on public service productivity. Discover what the research does—and doesn't—say.
Swedish Academy Head Mats Malm Resigns
Mats Malm, the Permanent Secretary of the Swedish Academy which awards the Nobel Prize in Literature, has resigned. Explore the details and context of this leadership change.
Feds move $900M pension surplus, PSAC criticizes
The federal government transfers a $900M pension surplus to its general account, sparking union criticism. PSAC demands funds be reinvested in workers' benefits.
Feds move $900M pension surplus, total hits $2.8B
The federal government is moving another $900 million surplus from the public service pension fund to a central account, bringing the total to $2.8 billion. Public sector unions are alarmed. Read more.
Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Measurement
The federal government has dismissed a key recommendation to collect data on public service productivity, drawing criticism from observers. Read why experts say this decision hampers effective management.
Government Rejects Call to Measure Public Service Productivity
The federal government has declined a proposal to implement productivity measurement across the public service. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali's decision, announced December 16, 2025, sparks debate on accountability.
Defence Secretary Hegseth Withholds Video of Deadly Boat Crash
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth will not publicly release video of a boat that killed survivors in the Caribbean. The decision raises transparency questions amid ongoing investigations.
Hegseth, Rubio Return to Capitol Hill as Boat Strike Questions Mount
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Senator Marco Rubio are set to testify on Capitol Hill as congressional scrutiny intensifies over recent boat strike incidents. Get the latest updates.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Pence Calls for HHS Secretary Kennedy to Step Down
Former VP Mike Pence demands Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. resign, citing failure on pro-life promises. The controversy centers on a safety review of the abortion pill mifepristone.
Leaked Plan Suggests Full-Time Office Return for Federal Workers
A leaked Treasury Board document reveals plans for a stricter, five-day in-office mandate for federal public servants by 2027, sparking union backlash and concerns over productivity and morale.
Trump's Bruised Hand Draws Attention at World Cup Draw
President Trump's visibly bruised and swollen hand was on display during a FIFA World Cup event, reigniting questions about his health. Details from the White House response inside.
Federal workers over $150K up 96% in 5 years
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
Colbert Mocks Defense Secretary's Signal App Scandal
Stephen Colbert skewered Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after a Pentagon watchdog report flagged his use of Signal app, risking sensitive data. Watch the monologue.
Hegseth Shared Sensitive Military Plans on Personal Phone
A Pentagon watchdog found U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth compromised security by sharing sensitive plans on a personal device, putting troops at risk. Read the full report.
Early Retirement Info Sent to 68,000 Federal Public Servants
The federal government has begun notifying 68,000 public servants about a new early retirement program, a key step in its plan to cut 40,000 jobs from the bureaucracy. Learn the eligibility criteria and what the union says.
Hegseth Under Fire for Military Strikes, Signal Use
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confronts mounting pressure over military actions in Yemen and Venezuela, with lawmakers launching investigations and demanding his resignation. Follow the latest developments.
68,000 Early-Retirement Notices Sent to Public Servants
The federal government has begun a major downsizing, issuing nearly 70,000 early-retirement notices with $1.5B in incentives. Learn how this impacts the public service.
Quebec cutting 5,000 government jobs, ordering office return
The Quebec government announces major workforce reductions and a hybrid work mandate. Learn the details and implications of this significant public sector shift.
Bessent: Confident Supreme Court Will Back Trump Tariffs Legality
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expresses confidence the Supreme Court will uphold the legality of tariffs imposed during the Trump administration. Get the latest on this pivotal trade policy case.
Congress intensifies scrutiny of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under deepening congressional scrutiny regarding boat strike incidents. The investigation unfolds as he remains active in his official duties.
Hegseth's Net Favorability at Zero in All Recent Polls
CNN data analyst reveals Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has had zero positive net favorability for a year. Public interest spikes amid controversy over a deadly military strike. Read the full analysis.
Classified Report on Hegseth's Signal Use Sent to Congress
A classified Pentagon inspector general report concerning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the encrypted Signal app has been delivered to congressional oversight committees. The move follows scrutiny of secure communications practices at the highes
Hegseth defends 'fog of war' strike on alleged drug boat
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended a follow-on military strike, citing the 'fog of war,' during a scrutinized attack on an alleged drug smuggling vessel. Details emerge from a White House meeting.
Franklin Publisher Condemns U.S. Defense Secretary's Post
The Canadian publisher of Franklin the Turtle has publicly criticized a social media post by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The company calls the content 'violent' and contrary to its values. Read the full statement and reaction.
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